Muse Coffee Studio
747 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60612
Restaurant ZIP 60612 Risk 2 (Medium)
Passed · as of Aug 15, 2025
Muse Coffee Studio was last inspected on August 15, 2025 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 2 violations.
Latest inspection
August 15, 2025 · Canvass
Result: Pass
2 general-
GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Must clean and maintain the interior of the ice machine, also interior of the reach in cooler, clean counter top and shelving at the front prep area to remove spills and debris.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Floors need cleaning at the service counter to remove spills and debris.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspection history
5 inspections on record
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
No violations
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
2 critical6 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.
Inspector’s note: Pic doesn't have a certified food managers certificate.must provide and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-012)
Official wording (code 1)
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
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CriticalFood temperature
Cold food was held above a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: Observed improper temperatures of tcs foods such as 2- half gallons milk ranging from 51.9f-52.1f.3- 32 oz. Almond milk ranging from 51.6f-52.0f. Product was discarded by manager.must have cold holding foods at 41.0f or below.(priority 7-38-005)(cos)(citation issued)2- gallons $12.
Official wording (code 22)
Proper cold holding temperatures
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GeneralFood temperature
Not enough equipment, or the wrong method, to cool and hold food at safe temperatures.
Inspector’s note: Observed 2- door prep cooler at improper temperature of 58.6f with tcs foods stored inside. A held for inspection tag has been placed on unit. Once repaired email letter.must have cold holding unit at 41.0f or below.(priority 7-38-005)(cos)(citation issued)
Official wording (code 33)
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed an appx."1/2-3/4" gap along sides of rear door. Must make door tight fitting.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Must apply a sealant or paint raw wood surfaces at service and seating counter.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace damaged ceiling in 1st toilet room.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Must provide a hooking system to hang wet mops that are stored in mop buckets.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Must elevate articles off of floor and away from walls in mop sink closet and prep area,counter area.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no certified food managers certificate posted to view while tcs foods are being handled and served such as (milk).must provide and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-012)(citation issued)
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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Pass
License · Pass
No violations
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Not Ready
License · Not Ready
No violations
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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 15 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.